Dillon Beach, Marin ready for tsunamis and storms

National Weather Service officials have recognized Marin County and the community of Dillon Beach as "StormReady" and "TsunamiReady" communities. The programs help community leaders and residents better prepare for hazardous weather and tsunamis.

Those communities have made a strong commitment to implement the infrastructure and systems needed to save lives and protect property, and are better prepared for storms, tsunamis, and the hazards they pose, officials said.

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